Special Interest
Housing in Simpson County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Simpson County averages $1,012/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Kentucky median of $967 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 36% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Simpson County FMR Area are $785 for a studio, $908 for 1‑bedroom, $1,099 for 2‑bedroom, $1,464 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,534 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $87 increase for a 2-bedroom in Simpson County shows a 9% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Simpson County was 5.1% in 2024, compared to Kentucky at 5.1% and the national rate of 4.0%.
